Deadline: Sun, 09/01/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: ArborGen Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location: Alabama Location Detail: Selma, AL Job Description: Forestry Nursery Specialist ArborGen’s Tree Nursery in Selma, Alabama has an open position for a Forestry Nursery Specialist. The Forestry Nursery Specialist is required to perform all the skilled operations at the nursery. He/she is responsible for production goals, product quality and minimizing nursery expenses. A specialist must be reliable, innovative, team-oriented and conscientious with a positive work ethic. The nursery specialist is required to perform all the skilled operations at a SuperTree Nursery. He/she is responsible for production goals, product quality and minimizing nursery expenses. A specialist must be reliable, innovative, team-oriented and conscientious with a positive work ethic. This is a non-exempt position. Essential Functions/Responsibilities: Operate, maintain, modify and calibrate farm equipment, conveyors, and strappers and other equipment used on the job. Maintain records including but not limited to equipment maintenance, parts inventory, safety inspections, and fuel records. Assist in the operation and maintenance of an automatic irrigation system. Weld and fabricate metal items. Assist in all phases of weed control, including herbicide application, mechanical control and hand weeding. Assist in all phases of crop nutrition including fertilization recommendations and applications. Wear safety personal protective equipment, maintain facility, and maintain a safe working environment. Supervise labor in various nursery operations. Serve as a team member in group work improvement projects. Work extended hours, weekends and holidays, outdoors in all types of weather conditions as required. Other duties and projects as assigned. Ongoing Interaction Department: Daily interaction with Supervisor (Production Coordinator and or Nursery Manager). Frequent interaction with peers in the immediate work group. Company: Interaction with peers in other nursery and orchard groups across the company as related to seedling production targets. Outside Company: May participate in outside conferences and symposia when appropriate. Qualifications: Qualifications Experience in construction, welding, metal fabrication, and equipment maintenance. Ability to be innovative and be resourceful to accomplish goals Basic math, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills High school diploma or equivalent minimum, with additional education and technical training preferred. Experience in nursery or farming operations desirable Possess a valid driver’s license Good human relations skills to serve as a team member and a team leader. Miscellaneous: Other Comments This is heavy work exerting up to 40-100 pounds of force; work may involve climbing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping; worker is subject to inside and outside environment, noise, vibration, working hazards, fumes, odors, dust, gasses and chemicals; visual acuity is required for maintenance and identifying problems; requires hearing sufficient to perceive noises for diagnostic purposes. This can be inside or outside work or working in hot, humid cold and damp conditions. Applicant must have a valid driver’s license. Applicant must pass a drug screening test. Disclaimer This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Salary: $50,000 to $57,000 Benefits: Health, Vision and Dental Life Insurance 2X value of salary Ancillary Insurance 401K employer match Vacation and Sick Leave Parental Leave HSA Employer Contribution FSA How to Apply: www.arborgen.com
